As I wrap up my time with Lead to Read KC, I am reminded of the incredible experience I’ve had over the past few months learning more and attempting to better understand the literacy landscape and why we have had such a challenge with literacy over the years.
It’s Women’s History Month and I hope you are enjoying the flood of messages on empowerment, accomplishment, and praise for so many women in our community, and across the globe who are doing wonderful things. As we celebrate Women’s History month, I couldn’t think of...
I absolutely love the anticipation of the New Year and all of the possibilities it presents. You know the drill; weight loss, save money, spend more time with family and friends, eat healthier, drink more water and the list goes on. As a new member of the Lead to Read KC family, I am excited to learn that reading is right up there with all of our favorites.
Lead to Read KC is pleased to announce that Terri E. Barnes will join our Leadership Team as Interim Executive Director, effective January 1, 2024.
As we say goodbye to Pauly Hart, Executive Director of Lead to Read KC, there’s a mix of emotions – appreciation, achievement, and anticipation, just to name a few.
Royals employees took some time to visit Pitcher Elementary and spread the joy and importance of reading.
The placement of book vending machines at three area schools was the successful project of Lead to Read KC, Turn the Page KC, and Literacy KC, all in an effort to increase children’s access to free books.
Lead to Read KC’s fifth year of Reading For Life kicked off with Sainte’s visit on October 24. This partnership with local authors encourages students to develop self-esteem and lifelong coping skills through interactive read-alouds and book giveaways at Kansas City public and charter schools.
We put out the call over the summer asking our corporate sponsors, community partners, and Lead to Read KC social followers to help us fill our bookcases. And oh baby, did you deliver!
It’s no exaggeration to say that Lead to Read KC wouldn’t be where we are today without Director of Administration Sarah Gaikwad’s hard work and dedication.